Mounting small 4-cyl opposed 2-cycle 16-hp, 3500-rpm engine which dispenses with need for towing equipment, Nelson Aircraft auxiliary glider is capable of making short powered flights; featuring retractable tricycle landing gear and internally expanding brakes, craft is designed to sell for under $1000; span 47 ft; length 23 ft; height 5 ft; wing area 168 sq ft; weight empty 465 lb.
Here's bumblebee powered-soarer
Aviation
Aviation ; 44 , n 12
1945
Article (Journal)
English
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